On This Day | Nudging Power Back to Locals
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State Superintendent Garfield B. Nordrum told the people of Riverdale, the Garrison dam construction town, at a recent meeting, that it should be to their interest to organize a school district so that the affairs of the school system could be administered locally—and not from his office in Bismarck.
— October 12, 1950 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
This concept — pushing power down the ladder — is not as common as it used to be. So it’s worth highlighting when we see it, no matter when it comes from.
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Live Music!
Desperate Electric LIVE! @Atypical
Sunday, October 26th
Get ready for a Sunday Funday at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks with Desperate Electric rocking the stage on October 26th as part of their Wildfire Season Tour! Enjoy great music, barrel-aged beer, and food trucks in downtown Minot. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Learning & Listening
The Future of Public Lands @BadlandsConservation
Wednesday, October 15th
Explore the future of public lands with the Badlands Conservation Alliance at a special film screening and Q&A session featuring Walt Dabney on Wednesday, October 15th at the North Dakota Heritage Center. Don’t miss this free opportunity to engage with experts and fellow conservation enthusiasts in Bismarck. #Conservation #PublicLands #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Danny Savage – One Man Band @BlueRider
Friday, October 24th
Get ready for an unforgettable night with Danny Savage, the one-man band, at Blue Rider on Friday, October 24th! Enjoy live music, cold beer, and stiff drinks with no cover charge. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Learning & Listening
Bear Creek Hike with Walt Dabney @BadlandsConservation
Sunday, October 12th
Join the Badlands Conservation Alliance for a scenic hike on the Maah Daah Hey Trail with Walt Dabney and special guest Beth Ihle on Sunday, October 12th. Meet at Chimney Park in Medora at 9 a.m. MDT for an unforgettable outdoor adventure. #BadlandsHike #NatureLovers #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Draft Joggers – Running Group @Atypical
Tuesday, October 14th
Join the Draft Joggers for a refreshing run through Downtown Minot, starting and ending at Atypical Brewery on Tuesday, October 14th. Enjoy a post-run pint and connect with fellow runners—everyone’s welcome! #RunAndSip #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Draft Joggers – Running Group @Atypical
Tuesday, October 28th
Join the Draft Joggers for a fun run through Downtown Minot on Tuesday, October 28th, starting and ending at Atypical Brewery. Enjoy a victory pint and connect with fellow runners after the run—everyone’s welcome! #RunAndRelax #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Halloween Hike @FortStevenson
Friday, October 24th — Saturday, October 25th
Join Fort Stevenson State Park for a spine-tingling Halloween Hike on October 24th and 25th, featuring a decorated trail full of spooky surprises. Perfect for nature lovers of all ages, this evening adventure starts at 7 PM from the Visitor Center. #HalloweenHike #FortStevenson #SavorMinot
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